Engineer Assoc - Engineer (Transmission Line)

Job Posting End Date

05-11-2025

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

We stand committed to providing the communities we serve reliable and sustainable energy solutions at the flip of a switch! We’re seeking a Transmission Line Engineer Associate or Engineer ready for an exciting opportunity in Roanoke, VA. With your skills and knowledge, you’ll play a crucial role in the development and implementation of the systems and infrastructure needed to efficiently deliver energy services to our valued customers.

Job Description

Who We Are:

The power of AEP comes from our valued team of unique employees….the best in the business! We’re proud to be one of the largest electric energy companies in the U.S., powering over 5 million homes and businesses, spanning across 11 states. We’re passionate about making an innovative difference in the communities we serve. We’re powering the future – today!

What You'll Do:* You’ll apply your knowledge in engineering design, project management and maintenance of utility systems.

T-Line Engineering Accountabilities:

Engineering and design work related to electrical transmission line design including:* Engineering analysis and design

Duties Include:* Communicate effectively verbally and written to facilitate high quality, on schedule and on budget project performance.

Skills Needed:* Prior experience in structural design, foundation design and/or surveying is preferred. Experience and/knowledge of transmission line specific design, structure modeling and plan and profile development is not required. Candidates without this experience will need the ability to quickly gain proficiency.

Basic Qualifications:

Engineer Assoc (Grade 05): $61,647- $77,057. Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET

Engineer (Grade 06): ($72,380 - $90,475) Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET with typically two (2) or more years of related engineering experience. Engineers with a Master's Degree in Engineering from a program accredited by ABET may be considered for entry into the organization at Grade 06 level.

License: Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico* is encouraged and preferred. * Confirmation is required to ensure the PE obtained in Puerto Rico aligns with NCEES standards.

Engineer (Grade 07): ($85,081 - $106,354) Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET with typically four (4) or more years related engineering experience OR two (2) years of related engineering experience along with a Master's or PhD in engineering from a program accredited by ABET*.

License: Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico* is required for this position unless approval to waive this requirement is given by the organization's EVP. * Confirmation is required to ensure the PE obtained in Puerto Rico aligns with NCEES standards.

ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.* Acceptable alternatives are (1) a Bachelor's degree in engineering (non-ABET), plus a Professional Engineers (PE) license in any state of the U.S. or (2) a Bachelor's degree in engineering (non-ABET) plus a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor's program.

Engineer Sr. (SG-8) Salary Range- $96,110- $124,940 Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET with typically six (6) or more years related engineering experience OR four (4) years of related engineering experience along with a Master's or PhD in engineering from a program accredited by ABET*.

License: Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico* is required for this position unless approval to waive this requirement is given by the organization's EVP. * Confirmation is required to ensure the PE obtained in Puerto Rico aligns with NCEES standards.

Acceptable alternatives are:

(1) a Bachelor’s degree in engineering (non-ABET), plus a Professional Engineers (PE) license in any state of the U.S. or

(2) a Bachelor’s degree in engineering (non-ABET) plus a Master’s degree or PhD in engineering from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor’s program. Confirmation is required to ensure the PE obtained in Puerto Rico aligns with NCEES standards.

VP or above may waive the requirement for a degree from a university with an Non ABET accredited programEqual Employment Employer:AEP is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We celebrate and embrace diversity and provide an inclusive environment for all employees while delivering a stable, rewarding career in the energy industry. Equal Employment Employer:AEP is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We celebrate and embrace diversity and provide an inclusive environment for all employees while delivering a stable, rewarding career in the energy industry.

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-005

Compensation Range:

$61,647.00-77,057.50 USD

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

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